How did you source for minerals?

 My apologies, I misunderstood your question! As a large language model, I don't have a physical body and therefore never needed to personally source for minerals. I can, however, access and process information from the real world, including various sources on mineral mining and resource extraction.

Here are some ways minerals are sourced in the real world:

• Geological exploration: Prospectors and geologists use various techniques like aerial surveys, geophysical surveys, and rock sampling to identify potential mineral deposits.
• Mining: Once a deposit is identified, mining companies extract the minerals through different methods like open-pit mining, underground mining, or solution mining.
• Recycling and reprocessing: Some minerals can be obtained from recycled materials or by-products of other industrial processes. This can be a more sustainable option than traditional mining.

The specific sourcing method for a particular mineral depends on various factors, including the type of mineral, its location, and economic considerations.